Morris dance — Cotswold morris with handkerchiefs Morris dance is a form of English folk dance usually accompanied by music. It is based on rhythmic stepping and the execution of choreographed figures by a group of dancers. Implements such as sticks, swords,… … Wikipedia

morris dance — The most widely known ceremonial *dance form in England, although the name includes a range of types and styles. The common features are that the dancers were almost invariably male, wore a special costume, and they danced for display on… … A Dictionary of English folklore

morris dance — /mawr is, mor / a rural folk dance of north English origin, performed in costume traditionally by men who originally represented characters of the Robin Hood legend, esp. in May Day festivities. Also called morris. [1425 75; late ME moreys daunce … Universalium

morris dance — n. a traditional English dance by groups of people in fancy costume, usu. as characters in legend, with ribbons and bells. Derivatives: morris dancer n. morris dancing n. Etymology: morys, var. of MOORISH … Useful english dictionary

morris dance — /ˈmɒrəs dæns/ (say moruhs dans) noun a folk dance, performed by persons in costume, often representing personages of the Robin Hood legend, formerly common in England, especially in May Day festivities. Also, morris. {late Middle English moreys… … Australian English dictionary